Based on the provided reference, a wedge soil is a type of soil identified by the specific geographical and environmental conditions in which it is found, rather than by a detailed description of its composition or structure.
According to the reference:
Wedge soils are located on back slopes of mountains.
Characteristics of Wedge Soil Location
The reference provides specific environmental parameters associated with the presence of wedge soils:
- Location: On back slopes of mountains
- Slopes: Ranging from 0 to 60 percent
- Elevation: Found between 2,500 and 5,500 feet
- Average Annual Precipitation: Ranges from 35 to 55 inches
- Mean Annual Temperature: Approximately 39 degrees Fahrenheit
These conditions describe the environment where wedge soils are typically encountered, providing key identifiers for their location in mountainous regions. The reference does not describe the physical or chemical properties that define a "wedge soil" itself, focusing instead on the geographic and climatic context.
